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Author's Point of View

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 25mins

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1-5.

Author's Point of View

When an author writes a story, they have a specific point of view that they want to convey to the reader. This point of view can be seen through the characters, the plot, and the overall message of the story. It is important for the reader to understand the author's point of view in order to fully appreciate the story.

One common point of view is the first person point of view, where the story is told from the perspective of one of the characters. This allows the reader to get inside the character's head and understand their thoughts and feelings. Another point of view is the third person point of view, where the story is told from an outside perspective. This allows the reader to see the story from a more objective viewpoint.

Ultimately, the author's point of view is what shapes the story and gives it meaning. It is up to the reader to interpret the story based on the author's point of view and come to their own conclusions about the message of the story.

1.

How does the author's point of view contribute to the story?

a)

It shapes the story and gives it meaning

b)

It has no impact on the story

c)

It confuses the readers

d)

It contradicts the main theme

2.

What does the first person point of view allow readers to understand?

a)

The thoughts and feelings of a character

b)

The plot and setting of the story

c)

The author's purpose for writing the passage

d)

The historical context of the narrative

3.

What skill does the ability to interpret the story based on the author's point of view and draw conclusions test?

a)

Reading comprehension

b)

Critical thinking

c)

Creative writing

d)

Listening skills

4.

What is the importance of the author's point of view in understanding and appreciating the story?

a)

It helps in evaluating the credibility of the story.

b)

It provides insights into the characters' motivations and emotions.

c)

It determines the genre and style of the story.

d)

It influences the plot and narrative structure of the story.

5.

What skill does the third person point of view test?

a)

Evaluating claims and arguments

b)

Describing the setting of the story

c)

Identifying the protagonist of the story

d)

Analyzing the author's use of figurative language

6.

"Spring Break is a fun time of year. We gather with our family and eat delicious food. It is usually warm and my cousins and I play tag and swim! I look forward to it every year!"

The author's point of view in this passage is ..

a)

positive feeling about spring break

b)

negative feeling about spring break

c)

has no opinion about spring break

d)

doesn't care about spring break

7.

Sometimes an author will write to persuade you. What does persuade mean?

a)

to make people not like something

b)

to make people believe the way you do

c)

to scare someone

d)

to make someone happy

8.

What is the author's point of view here...

"Many people eat fast food, especially when they are in a hurry. However, fast food is unhealthy. Many restaurants fry their food in grease, and do not offer fresh food on their menu."

a)

eating fast food is a good choice

b)

fast food should be avoided

c)

fast food is healthy food choice

d)

fast food tastes great

9.

"Some people are afraid of bees, but without these helpful insects, we would not have many of our favorite flowers and fruits. Bees come to the plant to drink the nectar, and pollen on the plant sticks to the bee's feet. Bees leave some of the pollen on the next plant that they land on. This helps to make new plants."

What is the author's viewpoint about bees?

a)

The author views bees as pests.

b)

The author views bees as helpful.

c)

The author has a negative view of bees.

d)

The author feels neutral about bees.

10.

The discovery of a wild coyote in late 1997 in the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building in downtown Seattle should come as a wake-up call. The United States has a serious coyote problem! From their traditional enclaves in the western desert, these opportunistic canines have now invaded the entire continental United States. They have taken over parks, farms, vacant lots, and now perhaps the downtown areas of major cities. Homeowners report losing cats and dogs to the beasts, and young children are under attack. Enough is enough. Since humans are the only natural enemy of coyotes, we demand that state and federal agencies institute coyote trapping programs. That is the only way to decrease the number of coyotes to a manageable level.

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S POINT OF VIEW?

a)

The author loves coyotes and thinks everyone should adopt one.

b)

The author feels coyotes are dangerous and should be exterminated (eliminated).

c)

The author feels that humans are the problem, since coyotes are a natural part of creation.

d)

The author is neutral/ Has no opinion

11.

What author's purpose is being used?

Learning Target: I can determine the author's purpose of a text.

a)

Entertain

b)

Persuade

c)

Inform

12.

What author's purpose is being used?

Learning Target: I can determine the author's purpose of a text.

a)

Entertain

b)

Persuade

c)

Inform

13.

Fascinating information has come out due to genetic studies of dogs. We have learned that for the longest time, humans used and bred dogs for practical reasons. Experts believe Neanderthals in Europe used dogs for hunting. However, the genes of North American dogs are linked to dogs that came from Asia with the ancestors of the Native Americans. What is the author's purpose?

a)

to inform

b)

to entertain

c)

to persuade

d)

to describe.

14.
Most people think that gorillas are mean, but actually they are shy. It seems that such a huge animal with very large teeth would be aggressive. Hollywood movies help convey this image of the scary, ferocious gorilla. In fact, gorillas only attack if they are provoked. 
This author belives that:
a)
Gorillas are misunderstood as vicious animals.
b)
Gorillas are mean animals
c)
Gorillas don't like other animals.
15.
It's no surprise that exercise increases energy. The physical challenge prepares your body in a variety of ways. Blood sugar is more quickly converted to fuel, more oxygen is supplied to your cells, and fight-or-flight hormones are released. Instead of leaving you exhausted, exercise energizes. Do it in the morning for an all-day high or later in the afternoon for a pick-me-up.

This passage is mostly about?
a)

Exercise increases your energy.

b)

Exercise is easier than it looks.

c)

Exercise makes you live longer.

16.

What is the central idea of the passage?


In training to be a knight, a person was expected to study hard and learn good manners. They were taught to play musical instruments, sing, and recite poetry. They also studied reading, writing, geometry, and strategy games. Another knight would then teach the person to shoot a bow and arrow, fight with a sword, and ride a horse. To say the least, knights had a well-rounded education.

a)

Knights learned a variety of subjects while training

b)

Knights were not very talented individuals

c)

Sword fighting was the most important subject a knight learned

17.

When identifying the main idea, what 2 questions must you ask yourself?

a)

What is most interesting to you in the text? What is it mostly about?

b)

What is the text mostly about? What is the most important idea?